Dixon County’s New Courthouse Plan | Sioux City News

Sioux City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 25, 2026 · 1m

Dixon County, Nebraska, is poised to replace its 143-year-old courthouse with a $12.5 million modern facility set for completion by May 2028—after last year’s failed $20 million bond effort due to voter confusion over plans. Facing legal obligations to fix aging infrastructure plagued by water damage and accessibility issues, county leaders turned to a “nickel tax” property levy (approved after an info session) to fund the project. The new courthouse will sit on five acres beside the county annex; homeowners with $100K properties will see a $52 annual tax bump. Construction begins mid-2027…